High winds can occur year-round. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to be prepared and stay safe.    Winds can be unpredictable. They can shift rapidly, making it challenging...

The increasing intensity of natural disasters and shifts in local and national politics have heightened the need for collaboration among local, state, and federal agencies and the private sector.    The California Governor’s Office of Emergency...

When disaster strikes, Californians have stepped up time and time again.   From the 2023 winter storms and flooding to the L.A. Fires in 2025, people and businesses across the Golden State have generously given money, time and supplies to help...

Cutting red tape and fast-tracking critical wildfire safety projects What you need to know: One year after Governor Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency to fast-track critical forest management projects, more than 300 wildfire safety projects...

The Town of Chinese Camp in Tuolumne County completed its debris cleanup operations within six months of the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire.   On September 2, 2025, the TCU Lightning Complex Fire burned through the historic town, leading to...

What you need to know: Governor Newsom marked the 10-year anniversary of California’s nation-leading Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) law, with new data confirming the growing statewide use and impact of the "red flag law" in preventing gun...

Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)...

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages you to follow a few important steps to keep yourself, your loved ones, neighbors and pets safe during high heat.  Check the forecast at weather.gov before making outdoor...

High temperatures are forecast to impact Californians across the state, with some areas experiencing significantly higher-than-average conditions. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services encourages residents to visit their county’s...

As Californians across the state experience warmer weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds everyone about the importance of being swift-water safe.  Melting snow flowing into waterways can add to the volume...

As California heads into unseasonably warm temperatures, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds everyone that certain populations are at a higher risk for heat-related illnesses, including people with access and...

With the weather starting to warm up across California, it’s important to stay mindful of your hydration. As temperatures rise, your body loses water more quickly, especially during outdoor work or physical activity. Staying hydrated helps you...

Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal...

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local partners to ensure communities impacted by the 2026 Mid-February Storms have access to shelters and vital...